R&D Digital Quality Specialist

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top salary percentile in NL

37 days off

€1,500 learning budget

WFH and commuting allowance

Health insurance discount

Wellbeing programs

30% ruling

Internal mobility

Job summary

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS Utrecht is seeking a Digital Quality Specialist to lead the development and upkeep of tools for Quality Food Safety, data accuracy, and reporting. You will coordinate business reviews with vendors and support audit programs, driving improvements across SAP and related data sources.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in a relevant field, knowledge of ISO/FSSC 22000 and HACCP, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Engineering, Food Science or Nutrition (or relevant vocational experience).
• Knowledge of quality and food safety standards (ISO/FSSC 22000, IFS, HACCP) and manufacturing systems (SAP).
• Attention to detail with analytical mindset; systems development interest.
• Team player with ability to engage across levels of the business.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of digital tools supporting Quality Food Safety management, reporting and communication.
• Manage Safefood data rules, data accuracy, dashboards, reporting and user training.
• Coordinate supplier Quality management improvements with external vendor; manage projects.
• Support audits, performance programs, checklists and questionnaires.
• Develop and maintain Quality KPI reports aligned with the AOP; automate reporting from SAP, Salesforce, DMOS, PowerApps.
• Structure and maintain Quality Sharepoint (Quality Hub).

Skills

Quality standards

ISO FSSC 22000

HACCP

SAP

Data analysis

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Science/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Quality Management Utrecht Full-time Netherlands

Job Description

• Lead the development and maintenance of digital tools which support Quality Food Safety management, reporting and communication.
• Day to day management of Safefood including data run rules, ways of working (to maintain data accuracy), dashboards, reporting and improvements, training of users.
• Coordinates business reviews with external vendor for supplier Quality management to drive functional improvement and manage projects
• Support JDE Peets audit, approval and performance management program including tools and templates (internal audit checklist, SAQs, traceability assessments, PPWR questionnaires)
• Development and maintenance of Quality KPI reports aligned with AOP with progressive move to automate reporting using approved business sources of data (e.g. SAP, Salesforce, DMOS, PowerApps)
• Structuring and maintenance of Quality Sharepoint (Quality Hub) which is used for storing critical quality standards, reports, contacts and knowledge

Qualifications

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands-on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We’re a fast-paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet’s is the place for you.

For this role as a Digital Quality Specialist we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor/Master or equivalent in Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Engineering, Food Science or Nutrition or relevant vocational experience
• Knowledge of quality and food safety standards and practices (ISO/ FSSC 22000, IFS, HACCP) and manufacturing systems (e.g. SAP)
• High level of attention to detail, analytical skills and curiosity for systems development
• A team player who can engage fully with associates at all levels of the business
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Additional Information

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.

Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be!

At JDE Peet’s we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs.

Company Description

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs. In 2025, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees. Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart at www.jdepeets.com .

Here’s what's in it for you:

• Salary in the top 25% in the Netherlands + 8% holiday allowance + 8.33% year-end bonus
• 37 days off (25 leave + 12 ADV) -yes, really
• €1,500 net learning budget, yours to spend every year
• WFH allowance + commuting allowance
• Health insurance discount + fitness contribution
• Wellbeing that goes beyond the gym:mental health workshops, breathing sessions, marathons, football team...etc
• 30% ruling where applicable
• Real internal mobility and real opportunities for career growth -we always look inside first